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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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